PURPOSE OF POSITION
To strategize and lead implementation of WVFT's Resource Development strategy to grow, optimize and build a sustainable and diversified funding base, and establish WVFT as the NGO of choice for individuals, churches, institutions and corporations in giving for child wellbeing. Reporting to the National Director, and leading a team of Division Managers, this role will inspire, drive and facilitate efforts to reach more vulnerable children by strengthening WVFT's brand, credibility, marketing and grants acquisition and communications capability. In doing so,this role will model and grow staff mindsets and skills to build a culture of unity and trust, collaboration, agility and continuous improvement
for strengthened performance and impact.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Strategic leadership and accountability. Ensure:
- Resource Development strategy contributes to successful execution of NO strategy
- National Director & SLT benefit from RD expert guidance
- Performance metrics and monitoring systems and reporting developed
- Strategic relationships with external stakeholders to raise WVFT profile, brand trust &
opportunities
- Strong collaboration with Field Programming to increase technical capacity on key donor trends and interests to attract more Grants and individual philanthropic opportunities
2. Strategic engagement and networking. Ensures
- Opportunities to grow external relationships, build WVFT brand and executive profile
are sought & taken
- Relationships with churches and FBOs are grown and strengthened with the development of a Youth Ambassador Program to build awareness within Millennials segment and turn them into active advocators/influencers
- Strong collaboration with WV regional & global teams for alignment & mutual learning
- Representation of WVFT at relevant external network meetings/forum
- Partnerships with agencies/companies are developed to help enhance WVFT capability
3. Resource Development capability, change and performance. Ensures:
- RD annual business and risk management plans and budget are developed
- Operational plans are executed with clear learnings documented
- Workforce planning is conducted & Divisions appropriately staffed through proactive
identification of staff learning and development needs
- Systems, processes and services are effective, efficient and continuously improved
- Talent management & development plans implemented
- Organizational changes are effectively led
4. Direct reports’ performance and development. Ensure:
- RD leadership team plans and collaborates effectively for optimal performance
- Division Managers receive the right mix of direction and support to be successful
through ongoing partnering for performance conversations and activities
- Cultivate a spirit of ‘learning through making mistakes’ to build higher confidence
in undertaking challenging assignments
- Division Managers feel cared for and engaged
- RD leadership team can live out WV core values
- Succession planning and development for Division Manager roles
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Graduate qualification and/or Professional qualification in Business, Marketing or International Development
- Extensive experience in leading and managing in resource development /business/marketing roles, preferably in international development organisations
- Proven track record in leading strategy implementation from start to end
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage large functions/departments and provide the required leadership skills and technical expertise for change and success
- Proven track record as a strategic networker who can build strong relationships and partnerships and effectively negotiate with external agencies and donors
- Demonstrates strong understanding of the humanitarian landscape and the changes taking place and emerging trends and opportunities in resource development
- Demonstrated ability to effectively contribute to a senior leadership team and engage with Boards
- Proven track record in influencing leaders/managers with high cultural sensitivity of different Asian cultures
Contact : Thitinun_klebchan@wvi.org,Thanyarat_Charndamnernkit@wvi.org
